Stay healthy and slim with Good Habits: These new support meetings provide motivation and support for members who are aiming to lose weight.Dhs200 joining fee, Dhs40 weekly fee. 9am-10am, 11.15am-12.15pm, 6pm-7pm. The Pine Grill, Courtyard by Marriott, Green Community (04 344 9692).

Hands-on play at Sharjah Discovery Centre: A great morning out for the whole family, the centre has seven themed interactive play areas that include water, travel, building, a supermarket and even becoming a star on TV. There’s a coffee shop too, so flaked-out parents can enjoy a cup of coffee.Dhs5-10. Open Sun-Thu 8am-2pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-8pm. Ongoing. Sharjah Discovery Centre, www.sharjahmuseums.ae (06 558 6577).